Below Average
#3385 of 3,778 schools in FL
Wekiva High
High School · ORANGE
2501 N HIAWASSEE RD, Apopka, FL 32703
Enrollment
2,184
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,184
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,385 of 3,778
In Apopka
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#232 of 258
ORANGE
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About Wekiva High
Wekiva High is a public high school in Apopka, FL, part of ORANGE. Wekiva High serves approximately 2,184 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wekiva High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,385 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Wekiva High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Wekiva High is a large school: 2,184 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Wekiva High runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
63% of students at Wekiva High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wekiva High — Students at Wekiva High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Wekiva High Compares
See how Wekiva High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2501 N HIAWASSEE RD, Apopka, FL 32703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wekiva High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY APOPKA INC. (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHEELER HIGH CHARTER (rated 3.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Apopka, see our Apopka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIEDMONT LAKES MIDDLE Apopka | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY Apopka | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| AMIKIDS ORLANDO Apopka | 1.3 mi | — |
| RANDALL ACADEMY Apopka | 1.4 mi | — |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Apopka | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY APOPKA INC. Apopka | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| LOVELL ELEMENTARY Apopka | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| APOPKA CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Apopka | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RADIANT LIFE ACADEMY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DEVEREUX TREATMENT PROGRAM Orlando | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MASTER'S TRAINING ACADEMY INC. Apopka | 2.4 mi | — |
| LAKE GEM ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ONE ACCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BEAR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka | 2.4 mi | — |
| BEAR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apopka | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| GLAD TIDINGS LEARNING CENTER AND ACADAMEY EAST Orlando | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SHEELER HIGH CHARTER Apopka | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,338
Median Home Value
$314,800
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
57,603
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| AUBURNDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 4.1 |
| DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH Miami, FL | 4.1 |
| KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 4.1 |
| LAKE WEIR HIGH SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 4.1 |
| LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.1 |
| MARINER HIGH SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wekiva High
What grades does Wekiva High serve?
Wekiva High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wekiva High?
Wekiva High has an enrollment of approximately 2,184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wekiva High?
The student-teacher ratio at Wekiva High is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wekiva High rank in FL?
Wekiva High ranks #3,385 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wekiva High's MySchoolScout rating?
Wekiva High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wekiva High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wekiva High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wekiva High a charter school?
No, Wekiva High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wekiva High a Title I school?
No, Wekiva High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wekiva High?
59.1% of students at Wekiva High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.7%
- Phone
- (407) 297-4900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #232 of 258
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